Switch to a RAM upgrade that prioritizes extra memory over faster speeds.
Switch to a RAM upgrade that prioritizes extra memory over faster speeds.
Hi, I own four Corsair vengeance LX memory modules: two 8GB 2666MHz (16-18-18-35) and two 8GB 3200MHz (16-18-18-36). This gives me a 32GB or 16GB configuration. I encountered issues with XMP profiles causing random crashes on the 16GB model. Since I’m not familiar with adjusting BIOS settings, I’m worried it might stay disabled. I plan to try the 32GB kit at 2666MHz with XMP enabled to check stability. My main question is whether mixing these sticks together is advisable. Thanks in advance!
Typically combining should not cause issues as long as everything runs without XMP and at normal speeds. Ultimately, everything is just DDR4 memory units.
Did you intend to imply the second group consisted of 16GB units rather than 8GB? You mentioned having a 32GB package and a 16GB model, yet later stated all components are 8GB. It’s unlikely you truly require 48GB of memory in total. From a performance standpoint, it would be better to opt for a 3200Mhz system operating at its rated speed with just 16GB or 32GB, provided you stay within those limits. Having extra RAM capacity doesn’t help unless you’re not already using that much.
2x8GB at 3200Mhz is consistently superior to 4x8GB at 2666Mhz when you stay under 16GB. If you begin paging to the file system, the calculation shifts. In general situations—especially gaming—you won’t require more than 16GB. Any extra unused space is completely wasted for you.